Smoked Rabbit
Smoked rabbit is a dish made by smoking rabbit meat over wood or charcoal, resulting in a flavorful and tender meat that can be served as a main course.
Equipment
- Z Grills 11002B Pellet Grill with Wi-Fi
- Z Grills Fruit Wood Pellets
- Rack for easy maneuverability inside the pit
Ingredients
- 1 3 lbs Rabbit (full fryer)
Dry Brine
- 2 tbs Kosher salt
- 1 tbs Thyme
- 1 tsp Granulated Garlic
Instructions
Brine
- Mix all ingredients for the brine together and cover all of the rabbit with the brine. Take care to fully apply it to all visible surfaces of the meat.
- Store the rabbit and brine in the refrigerator for 12 to 24 hours.
- After you pull the rabbit out, do not wash the brine away. Let it stay as is for the cooking process.
Smoked Rabbit
- Preheat the Z Grills Pellet Grill to 250F to 275F using cherry wood pellets for added flavor.
- Place the rabbit on the grill to begin cooking.
- Smoke the rabbit at 250F to 275F until it reaches an internal temperature of 165F. This will take roughly 1 hour and 30 minutes.
- Remove and rest the rabbit for 10 minutes.
- Serve the rabbit with delicious sides, and enjoy!